Zrinka Allen

About Zrinka Allen

I like to build.teams, trust, lasting relationships and growing businesses. Challenging the status quo, advancing progressive policies, practices that drive sustainable growth and social responsibility fuel me.With years of leadership experience across professional services, retail, sports, and media industries, I specialize in driving human capital excellence, fostering inclusive workplace cultures, and delivering transformative business results. Known for my entrepreneurial spirit, agile mindset, and ability to navigate complex challenges, I thrive in chaos and am passionate about truth, trust, and transparency. These principles enable me to build high-performing teams, create strong engagement, and drive impactful results during pivotal company phases, through growth and transformation to challenging transitions. As a board member, I bring a unique blend of strategic insight, operational expertise, and a robust network to provide meaningful guidance, oversight, and innovative opportunities. Building trust and credibility among customers, investors, and stakeholders enhances my value as a key advisor and influential voice. That’s my professional experience, aka the front of my resume. The difference maker is the personal experience that built my foundation, aka the back of my resume. Life experiences – when shared – connect us and build trust and safety. This fusion has led to long-standing relationships in being seen as the go-to by fellow executives and colleagues. It’s also led to speaking engagements that educate and connect with audiences to ignite meaningful conversations. Driving change isn’t easy. Yes, it’s messy. And that’s where I thrive – with my sleeves rolled up and ready to dig in.In my free time, you can find me at a sporting event (home team Chicago ), planning my next travel adventure, enjoying the food scene, and never saying no to a good dance floor.

Experience

1. Chief People Officer

   Branded Bills

   Oct 2025 — Present

Skills

• Taleo
• Interviews
• New Hire Orientations
• Human Resources
• Employee Engagement
• Benefits Administration
• Applicant Tracking Systems
• Technical Recruiting
• Personnel Management
• Internet Recruiting
• Succession Planning
• HR Consulting
• Sourcing
• Temporary Placement
• Hiring
• Deferred Compensation
• Organizational Development
• Performance Management
• Onboarding
• Change Management
• Training
• Hris
• HR Policies
• Employee Relations
• Employee Benefits
• Workforce Planning
• College Recruiting
• Talent Management
• Talent Acquisition
• Recruiting